Adjust the needle thread tension for zigzag stitch, Correct tension, Tension is too tight – Kenmore 385.16120200 User Manual

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Adjust the Needle Thread Tension for Zigzag

Stitch

For an ideal zigzag stitch, the bobbin thread does not show
on the right side (Top side) of the fabric and needle thread
shows slightly on the wrong side (Bottom side) of the fabric.
See the Illustrations for correct appearance.
To match this appearance, adjust the needle tension.

• Correct tension

(T) Right side (Top side) of fabric
(2) Wrong side (Bottom side) of fabric

Minimize the amount of needle thread visible on the

wrong side (Bottom side) of fabric without causing

excessive puckering or causing bobbin thread to show on

the right side (Top side) of fabric.

Results vary with fabric, thread and sewing condition.

(T)

‘Tension is too tight

(T) Right side (Top side) of fabric
(2) Wrong side (Bottom side) of fabric

Corner of each zigzag pulls together on the right side (Top
side) of fabric.

‘Tension is too loose

(T) Right side (Top side) of fabric

Wrong side (Bottom side) of fabric

The needle thread loops through wrong side (Bottom

side) of fabric and is pulled almost together.